Neymar hints he could retire

Neymar, the legendary Brazil striker, has made an unexpected statement about his club future and did not rule out ending his career at the end of this year. According to Goal.com, the 34-year-old veteran is seriously considering retiring from professional football after his contract with his boyhood club Santos expires. Goal.com reports .

Neymar recently officially ended his Brazil career. After the World Cup, he stopped playing international football and focused entirely on club competitions. However, his current contract with Santos expires in December, leaving his future uncertain.

Uncertainty over the future

The Brazilian star shared thought-provoking comments with fans on his YouTube channel during the Neymar Jr. Institute Auction. He said he could not yet give a clear answer about his plans, as everything depends on the contract ending in December. The striker admitted that he has not decided whether to stay at Santos, move to another club or hang up his boots for good.

“I don't know how much longer I will play. For now, I am not thinking about stopping, but I also cannot say exactly how long it will continue,” Neymar said. He also stressed that his main priority is to honor his agreement with Santos through to the end. According to the footballer, there is still plenty of time until December, and he is appreciating every day while making decisions based on the situation.

Physical condition and the impact of injuries

Neymar's early decision to end his Brazil career was influenced by disappointing results at the last World Cup and physical problems. Muscle injuries that troubled him during the tournament seriously affected his playing time, restricting him to just two appearances. Nevertheless, Brazil's all-time leading scorer said he currently feels physically well.

“I feel increasingly better on the pitch, and that is the most important thing. Even though I am in the final stage of my career, I always want to keep improving,” the footballer added. He expressed satisfaction with the path he has taken, thanked God for all his achievements and stressed that he has no regrets about his career.